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Surfer Beach Hotel

3.0 star property
Travelers find a coastal retreat at this Mission Beach hotel where the relaxed atmosphere invites guests to unwind and embrace seaside tranquility

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Surfer Beach Hotel offers a quintessential beach experience where guests can spread out on the sand or relax with coffee in hand. The property serves as an ideal base for surfing enthusiasts, provides a refreshing pool area, and features rooms with ocean vistas.

Reviews

8.2 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Parking available

Room options

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Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Ocean View | Terrace/patio

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Ocean View

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(48 reviews)
  • Ocean view
  • 19 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Standard Double Room, 2 Double Beds, Ocean View

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(15 reviews)
  • Ocean view
  • 19 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Junior Suite, 1 King Bed

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(30 reviews)
  • 20 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Queen Sofa Bed

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Ocean View Jr Suite | Terrace/patio

Ocean View Jr Suite

  • Ocean view
  • 19 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible | Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible

7.6 out of 10
Good
(10 reviews)
  • 19 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(53 reviews)
  • 19 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Standard Double Room, 2 Double Beds

7.6 out of 10
Good
(32 reviews)
  • 19 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Partial Ocean View | Terrace/patio

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Partial Ocean View

7.6 out of 10
Good
(9 reviews)
  • Partial ocean view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Junior Suite, 1 King Bed with Partial Ocean View | Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Junior Suite, 1 King Bed with Partial Ocean View

7.0 out of 10
Good
(2 reviews)
  • Partial ocean view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Queen Sofa Bed

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Standard Double Room, 2 Double Beds, Partial Ocean View

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(7 reviews)
  • Partial ocean view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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Deluxe Double Room, Ocean View | Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Deluxe Double Room, Ocean View

  • Ocean view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Double Beds and 1 Queen Sofa Bed

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Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Deluxe Double Room

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Double Beds and 1 Queen Sofa Bed

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Room | Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Room

  • 37 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed OR 1 Queen Sofa Bed

About the neighborhood

Located in Pacific Beach, a neighborhood in San Diego, Surfer Beach Hotel is in the entertainment district and on the beach. Port of San Diego and B Street Cruise Ship Terminal are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's popular attractions can visit USS Midway Museum and San Diego Zoo. Check out an event or a game at Petco Park, and consider making time for Waterfront Park, a top attraction not to be missed. Discover the area's water adventures with kayaking and scuba diving nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with ecotours and hiking/biking trails. Visit our San Diego travel guide
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San Diego, CA

What's nearby

  • Aerial of Mission Beach in San Diego, CA
    Mission and Pacific Beaches
    1 min walk - 0.0 miles
  • Pacific Beach
    Pacific Beach
    2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Mission Beach
    Mission Beach
    3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Aerial view of Mission Beach in San Diego California with sandy beach and vacation rental houses
    Mission Beach Boardwalk
    5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Mission Bay
    Mission Bay
    7 min walk - 0.4 miles

Getting around

  • Balboa Avenue Transit Center Station
    5 min drive
  • San Diego Coaster Sorrento Valley Station
    12 min drive
  • San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN)
    24 min drive

Restaurants

  • Pacific Beach AleHouse
    6 min walk
  • Pacific Beach Shore Club
    6 min walk
  • The Open Bar
    5 min walk
  • The Local Pacific Beach
    5 min walk
  • Firehouse Pacific Beach
    7 min walk

About this property

Surfer Beach Hotel

Hotel near Mission Beach
Located close to Mission and Pacific Beaches, Surfer Beach Hotel provides a terrace, a coffee shop/cafe, and a library. With amenities like a beachfront location and surfing, this hotel is the perfect place to soak up the sun. Free in-room WiFi, with speed of 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices), is available to all guests, along with laundry facilities and a bar.
Other perks include:
  • An outdoor pool along with sun loungers
  • Self parking (surcharge), wedding services, and tour/ticket assistance
  • A front-desk safe, multilingual staff, and luggage storage
  • An elevator, coffee/tea in the lobby, and a vending machine
  • Guest reviews speak highly of the beach locale and helpful staff
Room features
All 53 rooms feature comforts such as premium bedding and air conditioning, as well as perks like free WiFi. Guest reviews speak well of the clean rooms at the property.
Extra amenities include:
  • Heating and portable fans
  • Pillowtop mattresses and cribs/infant beds (surcharge)
  • Bathrooms with tubs or showers and free toiletries
  • 50-inch LED TVs with premium channels
  • Wardrobes/closets, refrigerators, and coffee/tea makers

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices)
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Self parking on site (USD 37.50 per day; includes in/out privileges)
  • Limited onsite self parking (max 1 space per unit)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Restaurants on site

  • World Famous

Things to do

  • Library
  • Outdoor pool
  • Surfing/bodyboarding

Family friendly

  • Crib (surcharge)
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Wedding services

Outdoors

  • On the beach
  • On the boardwalk/promenade
  • On the waterfront
  • Picnic area
  • Pool loungers
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 3 accessible parking spaces
  • Assistive listening devices
  • Elevator
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

More

  • 1 building
  • 4 floors
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Crib (surcharge)
  • Pillowtop mattress
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer (on request)
  • Private bathroom
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 50-inch LED TV with premium cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Phone
  • Portable fan

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in is available for a fee
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Renovations and closures

The property will be renovating from April 6 2026 to May 1 2026 (completion date subject to change). The following areas are affected:
  • Swimming pool
During renovations, the hotel will make every effort to minimize noise and disturbance.

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets allowed for an extra charge of USD 66.42 per accommodation, per stay
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs and cats only
2 total (up to 50 lbs per pet)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 25.0 per day
Cribs (infant beds) are available for USD 15.0 per day

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Self parking fee: USD 37.50 per day (in/out privileges)
  • Pet fee: USD 66.42 per accommodation, per stay
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Crib (infant bed) fee: USD 15.0 per day
  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 25.0 per day

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room

We should mention

Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms

Property is also known as

Beach Surfer
Hotel Surfer
Surfer Beach
Surfer Beach Hotel
Surfer Hotel
Surfer Beach San Diego
Surfer Beach Hotel San Diego
Hotel Surfer Beach

Frequently asked questions

Does Surfer Beach Hotel have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool. The property will be renovating the pool from April 6 2026 to May 1 2026 (completion date subject to change).

Is Surfer Beach Hotel pet-friendly?

Yes, this hotel allows cats and dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 50 lbs per pet. There's a fee of USD 66.42 per accommodation, per stay. Service animals are exempt from fees.

How much is parking?

Self parking is available for USD 37.50 per day. Limited spots are available.

What time is check-in at Surfer Beach Hotel?

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime. A fee applies for early check-in (subject to availability).

What time is check-out at Surfer Beach Hotel?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM. Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability).

Where is Surfer Beach Hotel located?

Located in Pacific Beach, this beachfront hotel is on the boardwalk/promenade and within a 5-minute walk of Mission and Pacific Beaches, Mission Beach, and Mission Beach Boardwalk. Mission Bay is 0.4 mi (0.6 km) away.

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Reviews

Surfer Beach Hotel Reviews

8.2

Very Good

7.8

Cleanliness

7.4

Amenities

9.0

Staff & service

7.0

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 591 out of 1235 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 309 out of 1235 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 195 out of 1235 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 90 out of 1235 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 50 out of 1235 reviews

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Cody

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Great staff clean rooms
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Christine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
We loved our vacation and the fact that it was right on the beach. A little run down but I would definitely stay there again. Typical beach hotel and close to everything.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Michelle

Liked: Cleanliness
Clean room, very kind staff, beautiful view!
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Derek

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great view of the ocean and easy acces to it!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Leah

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great staff, great views from our room- was very clean and welcoming.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Nathan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Views were incredible loved it alot
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Suzanne

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly and helpful front desk staff and clean room
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Kimberly

Liked: Cleanliness
Room was clean, staff was great, great location, will definitely stay there again..
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Andrea

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
View and location are top notch, property is just older. Great staff, Raja is fantastic!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Nancy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was clean I got the ocean view and it was amazing to see the sunset everyday. Staff was nice.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Arthur

Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff was fantastic.! the location can't be beat.! Very old hotel, had renovations going on during our stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Nicole

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stafff was amazing.. the room was nice.. we were offered an upgrade for a very low price.. wish the showers were bigger. Beds were comfy. They were always out of beach towels but Would definantly stay again..
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

tiffany

I picked this hotel for its beach location and really cool vibe. The employees were friendly and really nice. Whatever questions I had
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

paul

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Room Clean. Friendly helpful staff at front desk...Aidan and Rapha.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Louis

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Bathroom was outdated but the service by Hunter and other staff more then made up for it. Would recommend this hotel to others. Good value!
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Melanie

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was super friendly. They upgraded us to an oceanfront room for free since they had availabilities, I didn't even ask for it! Location is perfect, right on the beach in the middle of all the action. Fell asleep listening to the waves
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Richard

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
I love surfer Beach Hotel. It’s close to Woody’s and the duck dive bar and restaurant.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

6/10 Okay

Marcelle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
This is a very old building, shower is very small, the walkways are lined with carpet and is very outdated. inside the room the beds were very comfy the AC unit is a big thing that is pretty loud there is a small fridge the tv internet kept going in and out so the first night we coudnt watch anything but it was on the beach pretty much and attached to a restraunt which was convenient.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Dani

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Super cute place with a family feel! Can’t beat the price. Room was clean and spacious!
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Ocean view was fantastic. We were right in the boardwalk. Everything (dining, shopping and entertainment) was accessible. I will definitely be coming back and staying there. The staff was amazing as well.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Katherine

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was clean and the staff were very nice. We arrived early and they let us check in as soon as the room was cleaned. The location was fantastic!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Rick Paul

Liked: Cleanliness
The staff were first class, and went out of their way for us. Everything is close by, beach front with a great paved walkway, and restaurants close by. Would definitely recommend.
Jr Suites view
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Susan

Liked: Staff & service
The view was terrific, even with the restaurant roof right in front of the room.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Nancy

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I will say i did not pay for the amenities when i came here, I paid for the view of the Ocean and the ability to fall asleep while listening to the ocean waves. The beds were comfortable and the staff was exceptional. The location is perfect because it's near everything and i was able to walk everywhere. I am planning on another trip in June and i will staying here requesting the ocean view rooms. we stayed in the room with 2 beds and a pull out sofa and the Ocean was right in front of us for the most epic views for sunset and sunrise. DEFINATELY recommnend if your an ocean person.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Marvin

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
The room was perfect with the most amazing ocean view. 🌊 The rooms were clean, the beds were super comfortable, and while the pillows weren’t our favorite, they were definitely manageable. We’ll absolutely be back! It’s close to great restaurants and right on the beach — can’t beat that location. 💙
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026